New sushi and hibachi buffet in Shelby

A popular national chain restaurant now has a locally owned location in Cleveland County. Ichiban Sushi & Hibachi Buffet is located at the site previously occupied by Western Sizzlin’, at 1712 E. Dixon Blvd. in Shelby.

“They don’t have any big buffet restaurants around Cleveland County,” said the owner, Edison Chen, on why he decided to open the restaurant in this area.

Ichiban offers an array of popular Chinese, Japanese, American, Italian, Mexican and other cultural cuisines. Customers can also take advantage of the hibachi grill, where a chef will cook any combination of fresh vegetables, meat, seafood and sauces.

“Most restaurants don’t have everything,” Chen said. “We try to have everything. If you don’t like Japanese, you can have Chinese; if you don’t like Chinese, you can have Japanese. There is something for everyone.”

The restaurant will be open on all holidays, and there is a private party room available for special occasions and meetings.